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8/10 Good
Jon
Apr 7, 2026
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Bessie May Cottage
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
Explore the area
BROCKENHURST
- New Forest National ParkPlace, New Forest National Park1 min walk
- Beaulieu AbbeyPlace, Beaulieu Abbey1 min drive
- Beaulieu National Motor MuseumPlace, Beaulieu National Motor Museum4 min drive
- Southampton (SOU)Airport, Southampton (SOU)45 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Brockenhurst
Located in Brockenhurst, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Palace House and Beaulieu Abbey. .This cottage is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from New Forest National Park and 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal.
What's nearby
- New Forest National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
- Beaulieu Abbey - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
- Palace House - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
- Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
- Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
Getting around
- Brockenhurst Beaulieu Road Station - 9 min drive
- Southampton (SOU) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
- Holbury Fish Bar - 7 min drive
- Turfcutters Arms - 3 min drive
- Hong Kong Palace - 7 min drive
- Fleur De Lys - 9 min drive
- East End Arms - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bessie May Cottage
Bessie May Cottage is named after the pair of cows who lived in the stable in the Victorian times! Located in the heart of the New Forest. Perfect base for walks, cycling, tourist sights, forest, beaches, wildlife, popular towns, good restaurants and pubs. Walking distance from Beaulieu National Motor Museum, Beaulieu Village and Buckler's Hard. 2-hour car or train journey from London. Nearest train station is Brockenhurst.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 1 accessible parking space
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Double-glazed windows
- Garden
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Bessie May Cottage Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher R.
May 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay with personalized welcoming gifts and charming accommodations. Easy to get to surrounding attractions from a quiet and peaceful, easy to reach location. Will come back
Christopher R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026